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Young Farmer Focus - Sean Mitchell: "It takes a lot to beat a Charolais"

Sean Mitchell, 23, is a Charolais breeder at Grassknop Farm, near Skelton, Cumbria. He is also a member of the British Charolais Cattle Society

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Young Farmer Sean Mitchell: "To be successful, it takes time, dedication and effort. I can see this through all of my business."
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Young Farmer Sean Mitchell: "To be successful, it takes time, dedication and effort. I can see this through all of my business."

I work at home on the farm alongside my father where I operate my own cattle clipping preparation service for shows and sales. After leaving school, I completed an agricultural apprenticeship at Newton...

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